The AFC Launches $ 17 Million Financial Assistance for Self-Employed & Gig Workers in the Live Performance Sector
The AFC has announced the Reactivation Program – direct financial assistance for independent , self-employed , and gig workers in the live performance sector who are experiencing financial hardship due to the COVID-19 pandemic . The Reactivation Program serves theatre , comedy , and circus performers , as well as technicians , production , and other live performance professionals who need financial support to maintain or regain work in the sector . The Government of Canada allocated nearly $ 17 million to The AFC for this purpose through the Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund ( CPAWRF ).
This program provides one-time assistance of up to $ 2,500 to help with items such as basic living expenses ( such as rent or mortgage , utilities , food , medical needs , etc .); expenses that will help the individual get back to work ( equipment , transportation , certifications , etc .); and / or costs incurred during the pandemic that are causing financial instability ( such as moving costs , debt payments , outstanding dues , etc .)
Through the Reactivation Program , The AFC will distribute up to $ 17 million in financial relief on an ongoing basis between July 2022 and March 2023 , throughout Canada outside of the province of Quebec .
The AFC acknowledges The Government of Canada for funding the Reactivation Program through the Department of Canadian Heritage , Canada Performing Arts Workers Resilience Fund ( CPAWRF ).
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